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Our top choices for George Town hostels

Front of property

Heritage House 123

Heritage House 123
2.0 star property
Downtown George Town
The price is Rp106.795
Rp166.601 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Apr - 12 Apr
Heritage House 123
Family Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Island Hostel Bayan Lepas Airport

Island Hostel Bayan Lepas Airport
2.0 star property
Bayan Lepas
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (5 reviews)
"Nice property "
Malaysia
Low
The price is Rp730.480
Rp840.180 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Mar - 31 Mar
Island Hostel Bayan Lepas Airport
Interior

The Frame Guesthouse - Hostel

The Frame Guesthouse - Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown George Town
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (43 reviews)
"Great value for the cost "
United States
Maricarmen
The price is Rp391.007
Rp473.475 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Apr - 3 Apr
The Frame Guesthouse - Hostel
Outdoor dining

Cocoa Mews Cafe & Homestay - Hostel

Cocoa Mews Cafe & Homestay - Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown George Town
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (49 reviews)
"The staff treated me as a family member. I loved my stay at Cocoa Mews. "
Canada
Robert
The price is Rp260.666
Rp358.848 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Mar - 30 Mar
Cocoa Mews Cafe & Homestay - Hostel
Interior

YMCA Penang

YMCA Penang
2.0 star property
Downtown George Town
7.2 out of 10, Good, (74 reviews)
"Pharmacy within premises. Drinking water machines. "
Malaysia
Hwa
The price is Rp624.481
Rp788.149 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Mar - 30 Mar
YMCA Penang
Exterior

Dou Houz - Hostel

Dou Houz - Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown George Town
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (21 reviews)
"Good location and great staff"
Canada
Patrick
The price is Rp358.398
Rp474.172 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Apr - 9 Apr
Dou Houz - Hostel
Exterior

Burmahtel - Hotel

Burmahtel - Hotel
2.0 star property
Downtown George Town
7.0 out of 10, Good, (39 reviews)
"Parking a bit tight, its underground. Lifts are confusing at first with no proper labeling. Huge and clean room, basic amenities. Small window. "
Malaysia
Azhan
The price is Rp509.709
Rp652.644 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Apr - 3 Apr
Burmahtel - Hotel
Front of property

Victoria Inn

Victoria Inn
2.0 star property
Downtown George Town
6.8 out of 10, (42 reviews)
"Good location, very near Jetty. Clean rooms."
Thailand
Somjate
The price is Rp471.790
Rp560.720 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Mar - 28 Mar
Victoria Inn
Twin (Shared Bathroom) | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Red Inn Court - Hostel

Red Inn Court - Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown George Town
6.8 out of 10, (79 reviews)
"Had own air conditioned room with bathroom. Great location"
Canada
Naomi
Red Inn Court - Hostel
Suite | Premium bedding, desk, soundproofing, free WiFi

Palette Pink Cabana George Town

Palette Pink Cabana George Town
2.0 star property
Downtown George Town
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (145 reviews)
"Conveniently located and nice if you need a place to rest."
United States
Xiao Fang
The price is Rp454.116
Rp587.119 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Apr - 13 Apr
Palette Pink Cabana George Town
Exterior

KITA Hostel

KITA Hostel
1.0 star property
Downtown George Town
2.0 out of 10, (1 review)
"Waited for over 10 minutes to have someone opening the door for check in. Receptionist explained little to nothing. The bed was possibly the most uncomfortable I ever slept on. Booked 2 nights and ended up finding another place. "
Malaysia
Fabio
The price is Rp255.936
Rp327.598 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Apr - 8 Apr
KITA Hostel
Meeting facility

Bakau Hijau Riverlodge - Hostel

Bakau Hijau Riverlodge - Hostel
1.5 star property
Bedung
Bakau Hijau Riverlodge - Hostel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Top George Town Hotel Reviews

Eastern And Oriental Hotel

Eastern And Oriental Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"The room was very clean. Staff very accommodating "
Steven 7-night trip
Posted 20 hours ago
Eastern And Oriental Hotel

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George Town Hostels information

Number of reviews
417
Accommodation
33 Hostels
Lowest Price
Rp166.601
Highest Price
Rp840.180

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in George Town?
By choosing a hostel, you can cut your spending on accommodations and save more of your budget for sightseeing during your stay. You can check out this destination's cultural highlights, such as its temples, and the beaches create an appealing natural setting.
What is a hostel?
These dorm-style accommodations come in quite a few shapes and sizes, but they all have a few qualities in common, including budget-friendly prices, a social setting and shared rooms (though many hostels offer private room options too).
What are the best hostels in George Town?
Ready to book a hostel? These ones have the highest reviews from our customers and might be a good place to look first: The Frame Guesthouse - Hostel - Located within a 20-minute walk of KOMTAR. Property features include free Wi-Fi, tour/ticket assistance and laundry facilities. Rooms come with towels, hairdryers and bed sheets. Palette Pink Cabana George Town - Located within a 5-minute walk of KOMTAR. You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi and free parking, as well as a 24-hour front desk. You'll find towels, showers and bed sheets in all rooms. KITA Hostel - Located within a 20-minute walk of KOMTAR and Gurney Drive. You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi at this property. You'll find free Wi-Fi in all rooms. Burmahtel - Hotel - Located within a 10-minute walk of Gurney Drive. Property features include free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. You'll find towels, showers and TVs in all rooms. Heritage House 123 - Located within a 20-minute walk of KOMTAR and Gurney Drive. Property features include free breakfast, a restaurant and a bar. Rooms come with towels, hairdryers and free Wi-Fi.
How many hostels should I expect to find in George Town?
If you're hoping to find somewhere affordable to stay in George Town, one of Expedia's 29 hostels could be a great option for you.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in George Town?
Good weather's definitely a plus when you're discovering new places, so here's some information that may be helpful: The hottest months are usually March and April, with an average temperature of 28°C, while the coldest months are January and December, with an average of 27°C. The rainiest months in George Town are November, October, December and May, with each month seeing an average of 338 mm of rainfall.
What is there to see and do in George Town?
Depending on what you're interested in, you might like to discover some places near George Town. Get out into nature with places such as Penang Hill, Tanjung Bungah Beach and Batu Ferringhi Beach. Cultural attractions include Penang State Museum, Children on Bicycle by Ernest Zacharevic and Hin Bus Depot Art Centre. Visit landmarks such as Armenian Street, Georgetown UNESCO Historic Site and Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion.
What's the best way to get to and around George Town while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in George Town in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Penang (PEN-Penang Intl.), located 9.8 mi (15.7 km) away from the city centre.